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Fiona Simmons
JournalistAlthough Fiona doesn't have a long-spanning background within the gambling industry, she is an incredibly skilled journalist who has built a strong interest in the constantly growing iGaming network. The team at Gambling News is glad to have her on our roster to help deliver the best stories as soon as they hit. Aside from writing, she loves to dabble in online casino games such as slots and roulette, both for her own enjoyment and also as research to better improve her understanding of the industry.
Industry
February 9, 2023
ICE London Saw Contributors Raise $63,798 for Safer Gambling
ICE London 2023, the biggest exhibition of gambling providers, saw participants raise $63,798 for charity. This was announced by iGaming Business, an industry-oriented magazine owned by Clarion Gaming – the company behind the big event. The proceeds will fund four organizations committed to tackling problem gambling. Each of the charities in question will receive a […]
Business
February 8, 2023
Red Rock Resorts Post Favorable FY 2022 Results, Vows to Remain Disciplined
Red Rock Resorts just published its financial results for Q4 2022, demonstrating mixed results. Despite the headwinds in Q4, the company’s annual results were positive, inspiring confidence in the business. As reported by the operator, it recorded net revenue of $425.5 million in Q4, which represents a slight 0.7% year-on-year increase. Net income, however, declined […]
Legal
February 8, 2023
Australian Regulator Fined Bet Nation but Some Believe More Should Be Done
The Northern Territory Racing Commission fined Amused Australia, the firm behind Bet Nation, for promoting its products to self-excluded individuals. Experts are not certain whether the fine will be enough to make the company change its approach. Bet Nation Promoted Promo Offerings to Excluded Persons In December, the Northern Territory regulator fined Bet Nation, which […]
Legal
February 8, 2023
KSA Fines Bingoal $380,000 for Responsible Gambling Failures
Cruks is the Dutch self-exclusion program which is designed to protect consumers from excessive gambling habits and is often a first step in the recovery of players who have been spending too much on gambling products. The Netherlands, as a whole, has taken a number of measures over the past months to ensure that vulnerable […]
Industry
February 8, 2023
Fertitta Skeptical about Texas Chances to Legalize Casino Expansion, Sports Gambling
One of the biggest skeptics to share their opinions on the matter is Tilman Fertitta, owner of the NBA franchise the Houston Rockets and the Golden Nugget Casino brands. According to him the current optimism and chatter about expanding the state’s gambling with new casinos is nothing to be hopeful about. Allies of Sports and […]
Casino
February 8, 2023
Light & Wonder Brings More Exclusive Content to OpenGaming with Atlantic Digital
Atlantic Digital provides a number of excellent proprietary games designed to engage consumers. Many of these games are based on classic film and TV titles, giving the studio а unique signature style. This uniqueness positions Atlantic Digital firmly in the industry and establishes it as a cutting-edge and leading supplier of gaming products. Atlantic Digital […]
Casino
February 8, 2023
Bombay Group Obtains First Supplier Live Casino License in Buenos Aires
The supplier has obtained a license to launch its products in the Province of Buenos Aires, which is one of the jurisdictions where online gambling is regulated in Argentina. Effectively, Bombay is the first live casino supplier to have been granted an official license to bring its products to the province. The permit has been […]
Casino
February 8, 2023
New Jersey Casinos Exercise Private Property Rights to Ban Guns
New Jersey firearm enthusiasts recently got some positive news as the state lifted a ban that prohibited the carrying of guns in casinos. However, this doesn’t mean that customers can just waltz in armed, as casinos will still prohibit visitors from carrying weapons. The State Cannot Enforce a Gun Ban at Casinos New Jersey is […]
Casino
February 8, 2023
Yggdrasil wins Innovator of the Year Award at IGA 2023
Yggdrasil was shortlisted and awarded competing against dozens of other worthwhile companies who vied for the same distinction at the International Gaming Awards 2023. Seven Innovation Awards for Yggdrasil So Far The ceremony was held at the Savoy Hotel in London, reuniting the very best providers and operators from the entire spectrum of the gambling […]
Industry
February 8, 2023
ICE London 2023 Opens Doors as the Biggest Edition of the Event Yet
Following a rough few last years, ICE London is back in its full glory, and in fact surpassing expectations. The event now stretches 51,466 square meters of net space, up on the 49,690 square meters ICE London held in 2020. ICE London 2023 Through the Eyes of Locals and Overseas Visitors Even though it has […]
